Borno: Massacre in community, as B’Haram terrorists kill scores of construction workers

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B'Haram kill scores

Scores of construction workers have been reportedly killed by the Islamic State-backed faction of Boko Haram, the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP), formerly known as Jamā’at Ahl as-Sunnah lid-Da’wah wa’l-Jihād. It was learnt that the terrorists attacked a construction site and a military base in Sabon-Gari, Damboa local government area of Borno State, on Thursday. The construction workers were said to be working on a bridge being constructed at Wajiluku.  Wajiluku is a border town between Damboa and Biu LGAs. Recall that ISWAP terrorists had, a few years back,…

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‘Petrol may hit ₦1,000/ per litre’ – Marketers 

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Marketers on petrol

The pump price of Premium Motor Spirit (petrol) could rise to as high as ₦1,000 per litre in the coming days, following a sharp increase in global crude oil prices, fuel marketers have warned. Industry players told newsmen that the sudden surge in international crude prices – now trading above $70 per barrel – could trigger another round of price hikes for both imported and locally-refined petroleum products. The warning comes amid recent price adjustments by the Ɗangote Petroleum Refinery, which raised its petrol price from ₦739 to ₦839 per…

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Insecurity: Bandits attack Zamfara village, burn 4 residents alive

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Bandits attack Zamfara

At least four residents were killed on Thursday evening when armed bandits attacked Gwargwaba village in Nahuce District, Bunguɗu local government area of Zamfara State. Security analyst, Bakatsine reported on X yesterday that the heavily armed attackers stormed the community around 6:00 p.m., setting several houses on fire. Four residents were trapped in their homes and died in the blaze. The assailants also destroyed food supplies and killed and burned livestock. Bakatsine added that the attack came after villagers refused to pay illegal levies demanded by the bandits, a refusal…

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“I never stole taxpayers’ money as Gov. or Minister” Wike replies his critics

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Wike replies his critics

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has dismissed allegations by what he described as enemies of Abuja’s development, accusing him of stealing taxpayers’ money during his tenure as Governor of Rivers State and repeating the same as FCT Minister. Wike described the claims as politically motivated opposition, insisting they are part of a coordinated smear campaign aimed at discrediting the progress being recorded in the nation’s capital. According to him, those spreading the allegations are being sponsored by forces uncomfortable with the reforms and visible developments taking…

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INEC recognises Nenadi Usman-led LP after court order

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LP on Nenadi Usman

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has recognised the Labour Party (LP) National Working Committee (NWC) led by Nenadi Usman. INEC indicated that the move followed a court order mandating the electoral commission to do so. Checks on the INEC website as of Friday showed that the umpire has now listed Usman as the caretaker committee chairperson of the Labour Party (INEC). Other members of the NWC are: Senator Darlington Nwokocha (National Secretary); Hamisu Santuraki (National Treasurer); Aisha Madije (National Financial Secretary), and Eric Ifere (National Legal Adviser. The development…

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IPOB dares Soludo, declares tomorrow Monday as ‘sit-at-home’ day

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IPOB dares Soludo

The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) have announced a sit-at-home order for Monday, February 2, 2026, across the five South-East states. The group described the action as a “Biafra-wide solidarity lockdown”. The announcement comes after Anambra State governor, Charles Soludo, ordered traders in the state to resume business on Mondays, and shut down the Onitsha Main Market for one week. In an issued statement signed by IPOB’s Media and Publicity Secretary, Emma Powerful, the group said the sit-at-home is meant to show support for Onitsha traders and to demand the…

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‘Every individual must file tax returns by March 31’ – Oyedele

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Oyedele on tax reforms

Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, Taiwo Oyedele, has urged Nigerians to file their annual tax returns. Oyedele, who made this known during a webinar organised for HR managers, payroll officers, CFOs and tax managers in collaboration with the Joint Revenue Board, stressed that both employers and individuals must comply under the law. In the webinar, which was posted on YouTube on Friday, Oyedele said many Nigerians remain non-compliant in filing self-assessment returns. “In terms of filing returns, you need to file annual returns as…

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Ex-Archbishop of Canterbury lauds regained peace in Kaduna

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Ex Archbishop of Canterbury

The ex-Archbishop of Canterbury, His Grace Justin Portal Welby, has commended Kaduna State for the significant progress it has made in restoring peace, unity and stability, noting a clear departure from the ethno-religious tensions that once defined the state. Archbishop Welby made the observation during a courtesy visit to the Sir Kashim Ibrahim House, Kaduna, where he was received by the Kaduna State Governor, on the sidelines of his engagement as Guest Speaker at the Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Zaria Convocation Lecture. Reflecting on his first visit to Kaduna in…

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UK court names Tinubu, Osinbajo, Aluko in Diezani Alison-Madueke corruption trial

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UK court names

A United Kingdom (UK)’s court has mentioned President Bola Tinubu, former Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo, and oil businessman, Kolawole Aluko during proceedings in the corruption trial of former Petroleum Minister, Diezani Alison-Madueke. The names were raised as prosecutors presented documents and digital records before the Southwark Crown Court in London. The materials were introduced as part of evidence in the ongoing case against Alison-Madueke. Prosecutors told the court that the evidence includes transcripts of audio recordings, WhatsApp messages, e-mails, and written correspondence. These items were said to have been recovered during…

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Kaduna: Gov. Sani creates 5,000 jobs to strengthen sanitation

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Gov. Sani creates 5,000 jobs

Kaduna state governor, Uba Sani, has launched an environmental initiative that will strengthen sanitation, which provides jobs for 5,000 youths and women across the state. Speaking at the launching of the initiative named: ‘Operation Tsafta’ on Thursday, the Governor promised that 7,000 more jobs will be created in the next couple of months. Governor Sani said that his government has procured essential equipment, including Roro-bins, dustbins, water tankers, and appropriate personal protective equipment for the programme. “These resources are intended to enhance operational effectiveness, improve safety for workers, and ensure…

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